Eric Scheid

Eric Scheid serves as a key procurement professional at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (N00164), where he supports the acquisition of advanced electro-optical, electronic warfare, and ordnance systems critical to naval surface and expeditionary forces. His role centers on managing complex contract actions for high-priority defense technologies, ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical capabilities in signal processing, radar detection, and precision munitions. Scheid’s portfolio is tightly aligned with the agency’s strategic modernization goals, focusing on end-to-end lifecycle support for systems that enhance situational awareness and combat effectiveness across naval platforms. He maintains consistent working relationships with leading defense contractors including Lockheed Martin Corporation, Programs Management Analytics & Technologies Inc., and Black Hills Ammunition Inc., partnering primarily with prime contractors possessing deep expertise in military-grade electronics and ammunition manufacturing. His procurement approach emphasizes technical rigor and performance-based contracting, often engaging vendors with proven capabilities in classified environments and DoD compliance frameworks. These partnerships are sustained through long-term contract vehicles and technical collaboration, reflecting a preference for established industry leaders with demonstrated reliability in high-stakes defense applications. Scheid’s contracting activity shows no reliance on socioeconomic set-asides, with 100% of awards issued under full and open competition. This reflects a mission-driven focus on technical superiority and rapid capability insertion over socioeconomic targeting, aligning with the specialized and highly technical nature of Crane’s requirements. While small business participation is not formally prioritized, vendor selection remains grounded in capability, past performance, and system readiness. His primary procurement focus is centered on NAICS 332993—Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing—indicating deep specialization in large-caliber ordnance, guided munitions, and explosive ordnance disposal systems. He consistently acquires advanced propellants, warhead assemblies, and integrated fire control components, demonstrating expertise in ballistic systems, pyrotechnics, and military-grade materials engineering.